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VOL. CXLIV NO. 52,910
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Pochettino labels Man City success ‘a period of deception’
Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City's era of sustained success "a period of deception" after they were reportedly found guilty of breaking the Premier League's financial rules. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
HURIWA Urges South-East Governors To Unite Against Insecurity
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the six South-East governors to unite and adopt a common regional strategy to tackle insecurity following the reported recovery of 28 human skulls and other human remains from suspected criminal camps in Abia State. The remains were reportedly recovered from suspected criminal camps in Umuaku […].
There should be police at all levels of govt – Duke
Cross River state governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has called for the establishment of state and local government police, saying Nigeria’s highly centralised security system cannot effectively confront terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the country. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Best Diplomats Appoints Benue-Born Gloria Uko Nigeria Representative
Benue-born Nigerian, Gloria Onahi Uko, has been appointed Country Representative of Best Diplomats in Nigeria, an international organisation focused on diplomacy, leadership, negotiation and youth development. The appointment was contained in a letter issued to Uko by the organisation. According to the letter, the appointment is based on merit and subject to a six-month probationary […].
LGAN Allays Fears Over AACT 2026, Says IBB Golf Club Will Be Ready
The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) has allayed concerns over Nigeria’s preparedness to host the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), assuring that the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja, will be ready for the continental championship. The assurance followed an inspection of ongoing renovation works at the IBB International Golf and Country […].
Giroud hints at retirement after current season
Former France striker Olivier Giroud, who currently plays for Lille, has said that he will “very probably” retire at the end of the current season. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
DLM Capital Group delivers 2nd coupon payment on AAA-rated SBCN
DLM Capital Group, a prominent global development investment bank has successfully fulfilled its second principal and interest (coupon) payment obligation to investors under its N9 billion Sovereign Bond-Backed Composite Notes (SBCN) issued under the Group’s N30 billion Medium-Term Notes Programme listed on FMDQ Exchange. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Pochettino calls Man City’s success ‘a period of deception’
Mauricio Pochettino has branded Manchester City’s era of success “a period of deception” after they were reportedly found guilty of financial rule breaches. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
US urges Nigeria to sustain efforts against Middle Belt attacks
The United States has praised Nigeria’s response to recent attacks in the Middle Belt, urging the government to maintain efforts to safeguard communities in Plateau State. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Durbar: Kano govt warns against defying restrictions
The Kano State Government has warned traditional rulers, politicians, religious leaders and community leaders against making statements or taking actions that could encourage people to disobey lawful directives or threaten peace in the state. The warning was issued in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Justice and Constitutional Matters, Aminu Hussaini.
NFSS deploys personnel after suspected rabid dogs bite 18 in Kano
The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) has deployed personnel to Garko Local Government Area of Kano State following attacks by suspected rabid dogs that left 18 residents injured. The command’s spokesman, Usman Abdullahi-Umar, said in a statement that the State Commander of the NFSS, Abdullahi Al’ameen, received a distress report at about 2 p.m.
AFCON 2027Q: Iwobi to captain Super Eagles against Guinea-Bissau
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi will captain the Super Eagles in tonight’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matchday two clash against Guinea-Bissau’s Djurtus. According to SCORENigeria, regular captain Wilfred Ndidi will start the encounter from the bench.
21 companies fined N30m each for operating without SEC licences
The Federal High Court in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has convicted and sentenced 21 companies for operating financial investment businesses without valid licences from the Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC. Justice Anyalewa Onoja-Alapa handed down the verdict after the companies were prosecuted by the Abuja Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.
Mystery over UK airbase scare after reports of no explosives found
A probe into a suspected bomb plot at a UK airbase used by the US is in confusion after five men were released and no explosives were reportedly found. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.
Troops recover 11 rustled cattle from suspected terrorists in Kaduna
Troops of 4 Demo Battalion, operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recovered 11 rustled cattle from terrorists in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama, in a post on X on Tuesday, quoted security s as saying the recovery followed credible information about cattle-rustling activities at Katabu Pole Wire village.
AFCON Qualifiers: Full list of Super Eagles players doubtful for Guinea-Bissau clash
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle is facing selection concerns ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau, with George Ilenikhena, Tolu Arokodare and Akor Adams among the players doubtful for the match. The development highlights ongoing operational shifts across the sector as key stakeholders assess future outcomes.